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Rousey Says She Would Beat Holm but Reaffirms Retirement

Rousey’s May comeback win, a new medication for a diagnosed neurological condition, and her stated focus on family plus promoter interest make a Holm rematch unlikely.

Overview

  • Ronda Rousey returned for one night and submitted Gina Carano in 17 seconds at MVP MMA on May 16 before announcing she would retire again.
  • Holly Holm said she would be open to a rematch but said she highly doubts Rousey would want to take the fight.
  • Rousey told media she believes she would "clean her clock" in a Holm rematch while also stressing she is retired and focused on parenting.
  • Rousey credited a diagnosis of cortical spreading depression and new medication for preventing prior neurological symptoms during her comeback fight.
  • Promoters at MVP and Netflix could logistically stage a rematch, but Rousey’s retirement, Holm’s boxing priorities and personal factors make such a bout unlikely in the near term.